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My heart skipped a beat when I saw Kate Spade's Fall 2012 line . B logger Garance Doré collaborated with creative director Deborah Lloyd to create a line which infuses a bit of French style into the desinger's vintage aesthetic. It was modern, fresh, playful, and colorful--everything a lady cherishes about their beloved Kate Spade. My favorite look was undoubtedly the graphic tee that reads, "Pardon my French." I am not a fan of tops with expressions, but there is something about that top I... Read Full Story

It doesn't matter if you have a boyfriend, fiance, husband, or not. This Valentine's Day celebrate by loving  yourself . Women's magazines will tell you that he'll love you if you bake him cookies, look like Scarlett Johannsson or contort your body into a sexy human pretzel. But, my beloved beauties, they are sadly mistaken. Men will love you only after you love yourself first . Almost every girl struggles with self confidence, but today you should feel great about yourself! Here are 14... Read Full Story

Because not everyone can afford $1,200 stilettos, Christian Siriano and Lela Rose both debuted their latest designer collections for Payless on the runway at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. The Fall '12 collections are expected to be available in September with styles typically starting at under  $40 an item! Now that's a deal that Beauty and the Budget can do. "Providing high-end fashion pieces at affordable prices is something we pride ourselves in season after season," said  LuAnn Via , CEO... Read Full Story

You never thought I'd say that did you? Well, it's true. I'm not sure when it happened or how, but last week when I was at Walgreen's I stumbled upon the mother load of nail polishes. There, in a pretty little display, was essie nail polish . I did a double take. And for the second year in a row, essie is back at Fall 2012 Mercedes Benze Fashion Week doing manicures for DKNY, Tory Burch, and  Carolina Herrera , just to name a few. "I've always said that color is the ultimate accessory... Read Full Story

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and Beauty and the Budget is here to help you whittle away your check-off list. Whether you're single or taken, you've probably already narrowed down your V-Day plans. And if you've been keeping up with Ms. B and I, you already know how to be sexy , what beauty products you need to fit your sweet or sexy side, and you've gotten lots of celebrity makeup inspiration . Now let's take a look at a few V-Day must-haves for your evening out. I have quite... Read Full Story

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Are you feeling a sensual vibe for Valentine's Day? Or are you a soft spoken, sweet girl? The sweet girl may cuddle up with her long time boyfriend or treat herself to a nice bubble bath and champagne. She'll want muted pastel shades to match her chill and relaxed mood. A sexy girl will want to turn up the heat with her beau or celebrate a night on the town with her best gal pals. This girl will want a vibrant polish--there's nothing subtle about her! No matter what mood you're in on V-Day... Read Full Story

Beauties, I am excited to announce my next giveaway! When it comes to the Beauty and the Budget/sneakpeeq giveaway, everybody wins! sneakpeeq is giving away 20% off your next purchase just for entering, plus a chance at the Grand Prize:  one winner will receive a $25 gift card to use on your favorite food, style and home products-that goes a long way in sneakpeeq’s amazingly low-priced boutiques! Come see all the things you love but haven’t yet discovered. Only sneakpeeq has new products... Read Full Story

A great bag says a lot about your personal style . What kind of bag are you? See the guide below, and click on photos for more details! Built for Success A good, structured top handle bag says, "I'm a professional!" You are super organized, so you need to have a bag that represents that. You can't just lug around some big bag! You need a small, durable bag in which you can carry around daily essentials: a pen, a notepad, a tampon and lipstick. ( ALDO - Klingner $38.00 $34.99 at Zappos... Read Full Story

Elizabeth Olsen has been popping up on my fashion radar lately. Her style is oddly very different from that of her famous twin sisters. Elizabeth is classy--not so much a laid back, bohemian beauty. Instead, she opts for frilly frocks and pretty skirts. I love her style, and this look impressed me so much that I decided to do another addition of the celebrity look for less ! This look is completely easy to replicate. Take note of a few key elements here: leather detailing on the jacket... Read Full Story